Economic Education Events

U.S. History Through an Economic Lens

This two-day workshop examines economic concepts integral to the 8th
and 11th grade U.S. history courses.

Economics is more than a strand in the U.S. history course. It is integral to a
complete understanding of the decisions that have shaped the United States.
Examine the role of trade in the U.S. from mercantilism and tariffs to global trade
and multinational corporations. Explore the concepts of money and banking,
including the origins of the American monetary system and the debate on the role
of a national bank in America.

This interactive workshop will give ample time to explore the economic concepts,
share best practices with other participants, experience lesson demonstrations and
relate the content to the TEKS for both U.S. history courses.

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Time:
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Registration:
$25; includes continental breakfast and lunch each day, as well as conference materials

Credit:
12 hours of professional development credit and talented and gifted certification.